A truly smart factory networks far more than just its machines. This is because in order to make the productivity promises of Industry 4.0 a reality, efficient horizontal integration is required in addition to vertical integration: by networking as many upstream and downstream stages in production as possible, such as procurement or service processes, large parts of the process chain can be automated and a high degree of autonomy and flexibility can be achieved in the first place. ERP specialist Asseco Solutions will be demonstrating how such integrated production scenarios can be implemented at LogiMat.

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Vetter Krantechnik, a specialist in slewing jib cranes, is venturing into new territory and presenting a manually movable crane system with aluminum rails for the first time. With the Ergoline system, loads of up to 1,000 kilograms can be moved sensitively and precisely.

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Digitalization and automation in the warehouse. More and more companies are recognizing the opportunities offered by digitalization and robotics. Growth impetus is primarily being generated by greater automation, networking and the use of innovative energy systems.

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Hubtex at the Logimat. Industrial truck manufacturer Hubtex underlines its technological leadership in special vehicles for the transportation of long, heavy and bulky goods.

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For the first time, Hoerbiger is introducing new special accessories for the Xetto that enable new applications. Xetto is a transport trolley, lift table and stacker in one - the loading and transport system combines numerous functions in one device.

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In addition to the Flux and Maxx multidirectional forklift trucks, Hubtex will also be focusing on the compact SQ reach trucks for heavy loads at Logimat. The vehicles are particularly suitable for especially heavy and bulky loads.

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With a servopneumatic balancer, employees in assembly and logistics can lift and move large masses with just two fingers. At the heart of the balancer is the YHBP drive solution from Festo.

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Friedrich Klumpp uses an articulated forklift from Aisle-Master to handle its coating systems. Thanks to its narrow design, it can easily access narrow aisles and is also suitable for safe transportation even on uneven ground.

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Strapping machine in the laundry. Modern industrial laundries wash, dry and iron towels, tablecloths, uniforms and bed linen fully automatically. At the end of the line, a folding machine folds the individual items.

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Four-way stackers from Combilift are suitable for handling very long timber components.

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The MX-X narrow-aisle forklift trucks from Still set a benchmark in order picking with their performance and user-friendliness. This was demonstrated by the field test of this new vehicle at Schuon Logistik. For a year now, it has been scoring points there with optimum space utilization, flexibility, handling performance and driver comfort.

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With effect from January 31, 2018, Kito has acquired the Finnish light crane manufacturer Erikkila. From now on, the family-owned company will be managed under the Kito Europe umbrella. The deal expands Kito's range of premium hoists to include complete light crane systems and workstation cranes.

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Ferag has become the global technology leader in the development, construction and sale of systems for print finishing. The conveyor technology specialist is therefore well placed to score points with new solutions outside the graphic arts industry too.

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Volkswagen Truck & Bus launches its digital brand Rio. Customers can now register on the Rio platform and use the first available Rio Essentials service free of charge.

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Auer has once again secured a major order from Volkswagen: The order volume amounts to three million euros, which is "one of the largest single orders in the company's history," says Managing Director Robert Auer.

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The intelligent and autonomous transport robots from Servus Intralogistics connect incoming goods, order picking, warehouse, production and outgoing goods without interfaces.

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Karl-Heinz Birkner, CFO of Still, retired on February 1, 2018 after 34 years of service with the Kion Group. He will be succeeded by Thorsten Hofmann, who previously headed Corporate Controlling at Kion in Wiesbaden.

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Jörg-Allhardt Wünsch joined the inconso management team at the Bad Nauheim headquarters on January 1, 2018.

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Denipro has established itself as a system provider and specialist for rolling conveyor technology. Retail companies such as the French department store group Auchan, the Swiss company Mibelle and Hamburg-based Delta-Fleisch have had positive experiences with Easychain and Deniway.

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Gericke is expanding its product range with a range of ejector-based solutions for vacuum conveying. With this, the company aims to further strengthen its position as a system and equipment supplier in the bulk solids industry.

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